family holiday activities when staying in Cumbria

Cumbrian holiday cottages in Lake District

Cumbria is a patchwork of stunning rural landscapes, offering scenic surroundings for holidaymakers looking for a real break away from it all. Home to the Lake District and Lake District National Park, Cumbria is a haven for outdoor lovers, and offers a range of historic sites including Carlisle Castle, Furness Abbey and Hadrian’s Wall. If you’re planning a visit, take a look at our range of large and small holiday cottages in Cumbria for a cost-effective and comfortable self-catering choice, some with hot tubs and swimming pools. School half-term and summer holidays get booked well in advance as there is so many family and children's holiday activities in Cumbria.

Pet welcome holiday in Thackthwaite, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | Twinkleberry Barn, Thackthwaite, near Cockermouth

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Twinkleberry Barn, Buttermere and Borrowdale

Set in a beautiful quiet valley with easy access to lakes and fells, Whinlatter Forest Park, Buttermere and Keswick and with the coast nearby.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Pet welcome holiday in Ravenstonedale, near Kirkby Stephen with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Oak-floored open plan living area | Brow View Cottage, Ravenstonedale, near Kirkby Stephen

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Brow View Cottage, Appleby

Located in the Eden Valley, this rural escape is ideal for those who wish to explore the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Park.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Holiday cottage with beach near by in Branthwaite, near Cockermouth with 2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Exterior | The Corn Mill, Branthwaite, nr. Cockermouth

The Corn Mill, Cockermouth and the North West Fells

A converted corn mill with an abundance of original features overlooking the river in the small village of Branthwaite.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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late availability cottages in Lake District and Cumbria

Often overlooked for a visit to the Lake District is the availability of late holidays. Like any popular holiday destination, most late availability in the Lake District occurs either due to cancellations, with the easing of accommodation due to seasonal fluctuations, or just simply because the available dates are approaching and the property has not yet been let. This means you can get the choice of some superb self-catering opportunities at a healthy discount on normal seasonal rates.

Scenic Cumbria is an idyllic location for a nature-filled vacation. There are so many things to do, including a trip on Lake Windermere, a visit to the historic kingdom of Rheged or a day around Carlisle and imposing Carlisle Cathedral. Our accommodation in Cumbria has been selected for its location, amenities and comfort – choose a holiday cottage for a memorable visit to this fantastic region.